See what your content is really about
Paste an article or page and this checker breaks it down into its most frequent words and phrases, each with a count and a density percentage of the total word count. It's a quick way to confirm your target keyword actually appears — and to catch a word you've accidentally leaned on far too often.
What keyword density means
So a keyword used 5 times in a 500-word article has a density of 1%. You can switch between single words and two- or three-word phrases, and optionally ignore common filler words like "the" and "and" so the meaningful terms rise to the top.
How to use it well
There's no magic percentage to hit — modern search engines reward natural, useful writing, not a keyword quota. Use this tool the smart way:
- Confirm coverage — make sure your primary keyword and its variations actually appear.
- Spot over-use — if one term dominates unnaturally, you may be stuffing; ease off.
- Find your themes — the top terms should match the topic you're targeting.
Frequently asked questions
What is keyword density?
Keyword density is how often a word or phrase appears in your content as a percentage of the total word count. If a keyword appears 5 times in a 500-word article, its density is 1%.
What is a good keyword density for SEO?
There is no magic number, and modern search engines don't reward a target percentage. Aim to use your main keyword and natural variations where they read well — often somewhere around 1 to 2 percent — and avoid stuffing, which can hurt rather than help.
Does keyword stuffing help rankings?
No. Repeating a keyword unnaturally to inflate its density is keyword stuffing, which search engines detect and can penalize. Write for readers first; use this tool to spot accidental over-use, not to hit a quota.